Special Education Aide - Empowering Young Learners

North Little Rock School District; Arkansas; On-site; USD 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Little Rock School District is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional to assist in delivering instructional services under the supervision of a teacher or building administrator. This role supports students with disabilities and works to ensure effective delivery of educational programs and services.

The position is a full-time, 185-day contract with a typical 8-hour workday. Candidates should possess an associate degree or 60 college credits, be prepared for background checks,

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associate’s Degree, 60 hours of college credit, or a passing score on the Paraprofessional Praxis Exam.
• Experience in educational settings preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and educational technology.
• Teaching-related certifications preferred.
• Must successfully complete ASP/FBI and Child Maltreatment background checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide extra assistance to students with special needs.
• Implement instructional programs under teacher supervision.
• Adapt classroom work to support lesson plans.
• Monitor classrooms and learning environment.
• Observe and record student progress for evaluation.
• Confer with teachers regarding student progress and objectives.
• Instruct and monitor use of equipment and materials.
• Prepare teaching materials and demonstrations.
• Attend staff meetings and participate on committees.

Skills

Associate degree/60 hours/ Praxis

Educational settings experience

MS Word & Excel

Educational technology proficiency

Education

Associate’s Degree or 60 hours of college credit

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Educational technology

Job description

The North Little Rock School District is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional to assist in delivering instructional services under the supervision of a teacher or building administrator. This role supports students with disabilities and works to ensure effective delivery of educational programs and services.

The position is a full-time, 185-day contract with a typical 8-hour workday. Candidates should possess an associate degree or 60 college credits, be prepared for background checks,